We analyse a recent paper by Goddiksen (2014) where the author raises questions about the relationship between authorship, attribution and Collins & Evans' concept of contributory and interactional expertise. We then highlight recent empirical work in the sociology of climate change science that has made similar points in order to clarify how authorship, division of labour and contribution are handled in real scientific settings. Despite this, Goddiksen's critique of both contributory and interactional expertise is ultimately ineffective because it rests on a misguided attempt to de-socialise these concepts. We conclude by stressing the importance of collective tacit knowledge acquisition through immersion as a critical step in becoming a full-blown contributory or interactional expert.
Resumo A partir de teorias recentes sobre a ciência na sociedade, tal como a abordagem do “Modo 2”, este artigo argumenta que os governos devem reconsiderar as relações existentes entre tomadores de decisões, experts e cidadãos na gestão da tecnologia. Formuladores de políticas precisam de uma série de “tecnologias da humildade” para avaliar sistematicamente o desconhecido e o incerto. Pontos focais apropriados para essas avaliações modestas são o enquadramento, a vulnerabilidade, a distribuição e o aprendizado.
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